Satin Sheets (poem) by Joyce E Bowling on AuthorsDen

Reviewed by Michelle Kidwell Power In The Pen

Reviewed on June 3, 2007

Joyce, you never cease to amaze me with your talented pen, you certainly have a poets heart
God Bless
Michelle~

Reviewed on May 19, 2007

Nothing saddens a child more than to see their parent cry, for whatever the reason. Funny how a smell, a song or a sound can stir all those childhood memories. This was beautiful.

Reviewed by Gwendolyn Thomas Gath

Reviewed on May 15, 2007

"Satin Sheets
Joyce so sweet of you to share such an intimate and emotional moment with us all her...yes I always remembered that song too...it was touching. I guess it could and can conjure up tears especially of a broken heart.

Lots of love and enlightenments to you,
From the Heart...

Reviewed by Barbara Smith

Reviewed on April 30, 2007

Joyce, you've brought memories of long ago alive and with images & knowledge that even though you were young...you knew deep inside there was a sadness inside your beloved Mother. Your love shown to her that day, I'm sure she will never forget! The song, Satin Sheets, has touched many people's lives & caused their hurts to open to a wound. Thanks for sharing such a nice poem.

Reviewed by Butch Howard (Reader)

Reviewed on April 30, 2007

I love the bittersweet quality of this memory, Joyce, and the way you present it here in this lovely poem. I remember that song and how sad it was to me the first time I heard it as a child. I'm glad you were there with your mother -to be there and understand. Well done!
~Butch

Reviewed by Louisa Dobbins

Reviewed on April 30, 2007

Your reviews have said it all. Such precious memories.

Reviewed by Joyce Devenish

Reviewed on April 29, 2007

Oh Joy! IT'S BEAUTIFUL. Thank you. A few tears are good for our eyes now and again. Regards...Joyce

Reviewed by Kate Burnside

Reviewed on April 29, 2007

I feel like that rippled vinyl with the needle playing across its grooves, Joyce... Killing me softly with your song here, strumming my life with your fingers... as another wonderful songster would say! I heard Mothers sang a good song... LOL Bless you for this, very powerful and vivid. K xx

Reviewed by Chanti Niven

Reviewed on April 29, 2007

Wow Joyce, this is so poignantly written. Exceptional poetry. Thank you... Chanti

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on April 29, 2007

SOme feelings I can relate to so vividly!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Mary Patterson

Reviewed on April 29, 2007

Such strong sad feelings are portrayed in this poem. It touches one heart! A great write.......M

Reviewed by Frances Lynn

Reviewed on April 29, 2007

A lovely poem which to me signifies the reality of growing up. I got the impression (I might be wrong!) that the child who caught her mother crying was upset to realise her mother wasn't an invincible strong woman, but had emotions too. Joyce's poetry could be regarded as sentimental, but I think her work is beautifully old fashioned when life seemed more innocent and less jaded than it is now.

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on April 29, 2007

Some childhood memories truly do linger, and often last a lifetime.

Reviewed by Georg Mateos

Reviewed on April 29, 2007

Some we cherish with tenderness, some are forgotten for survival.
Thanks, its a beatiful poem.
Georg

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

Isn't if funny how a sound, a song, a television show will jog from our memories something long forgotten? This memory for you was a sad one indeed! Thanks for sharing it.

Be safe,
Karen

Reviewed by Larry Lounsbury

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

You have created images with your every word. Those Moments seem to remain in our mind for a lifetime.

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

Joyce,

Bittersweet, poignant memories...beautifully penned. Well done.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed by Karen Cino

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

Memories...that you for jogging my memory tonight. You have penned a lovely poem. I remember 45's. Thanks for sharing.

~hugs~
Karen

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

A wonderful nostalgic moment, beautifully told in this poem!
Thanks for sharing,Joyce!

Love,
Eileen

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

Just...Awwwwwww

Reviewed by Morning Star

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

Awesome write...Joyce I read this one at the poets nest
And now here at the den And I just love it
We are just needing the song!!
But I think that we all try
to recapture a moment in time whips
of something to bring the memory back
Beautiful poem
Satin sheets memories of you and your mom
Just in time for mothers Day!!
Excellent job!!
Congratulations on winning the April contest
Love And Peace to you always
Your friend�.Morning Star

Reviewed by Elizabeth Taylor (Reader)

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

Joyce, this is lovely. You write so well.

Elizabeth

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

Sad memories well expressed
emjoyed your outstanding write

Love & Peace
William

Reviewed by Kimmy Van Kooten

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

this touched a memory of me lying in bed with my mom and sister, right after my grandmothers death. We all just layed there remembering her and all the stories she told, etc...it was warm and cozy and we knew she was at peace...
Thanks for sharing this, Joyce and sparking mine...
Love and Peace~
Kimmy~

Reviewed by Chrissy McVay

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

It is a really sad song if you listen close.

Chrissy

Reviewed by Marcia Miller-Twiford

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

Dear Joyce,
What a lovely poem and memory and so very well written. I have so many memories of special times with my own mom; some sad some wonderful. Happy writing!

Reviewed by Randall Barfield

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

songs do affect our moods and emotions, sometimes in the strangest ways. thanks for sharing this one and luck.

Reviewed by Susan Sonnen

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

This is a beautiful, bittersweet memory, Joyce~

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

A melancholy write.

Reviewed by Chantilly Lace (Reader)

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

Well done...Hugsssss

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

Joyce, I love that song, "Satin Sheets" by Jeanne Pruett. I remember hearing it on the radio, and I saw her singing it at the Grand Ole Opry. I will never forget it. Wonderful experience; and what wonderful memories you bring up in this poem. I can see why your mamma cried; that song touched people in a way that today's country never can. How I miss the old songs..*sighhh*

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :( >tears! <

Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

Heartfelt write..

Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper

Reviewed on April 28, 2007

Now I'll always wonder why the song made her cry! Nicely written, Joyce. I recall that song, too, and probably shed a tear or two myself back when I used to listen to it. I really enjoy your poems and your writing style.